Youth Sports

Franklin County's YMCA: Youth Sports & Recreation

Get Active and Stay Safe with Youth Sports at Franklin County’s YMCA!


At FCY we offer a variety of Youth Sports & Fitness Programs designed to keep kids moving, build their confidence, and promote health and well-being. From basketball clinics to boxing classes and soccer leagues, our programs focus on skill development, character building, and teamwork in a fun and supportive environment. Additionally, our Youth Swim Programs teach essential water safety skills while helping children develop swimming proficiency. Join us for engaging activities that help kids grow stronger—mind, body, and spirit!

Program Highlights

Basketball Clinics (Ages 5–14)
  • Weekly clinics emphasize fundamentals like shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, and defense.

  • Focus on sportsmanship and being a good teammate.

  • Dates: Saturdays from April 5–19 (5–8 years old: 10:30–11:30 AM; 8–14 years old: 11:30 AM–12:30 PM).

  • Cost: $5 daily drop-in for members / $10 for non-members.

  • Learn self-defense techniques while improving balance, coordination, and emotional control.

  • Fun activities help kids channel energy productively.

  • Dates: Fridays from March 7–April 18 at 4:30 PM.

  • Cost: $50 for members / $110 for non-members.

  • Preschool Soccer (Ages 4–5): Focus on kicking, passing, and dribbling skills. Wednesdays from April 30–June 11 (5:30–6:30 PM).

  • Spring Soccer (Ages 6–12): Learn offensive and defensive strategies. Tuesdays & Thursdays from April 29–June 12 (5:30–6:30 PM).

  • Cost: $60 for members / $120 for non-members (Preschool); $80 for members / $150 for non-members (Ages 6–12).

  • Two-day clinic hosted by the Valley Blue Sox at Lunt Field on July 28 & 29 (9 AM–12 PM).

  • Includes complimentary tickets to “Clinic Night” at Mackenzie Stadium and Blue Sox merchandise!

  • Cost: $50 for members / $60 for non-members.

  • Cubs Wrestling (Ages 4–7): Focus on basic movement skills and wrestling positions in a safe environment. Sundays from May 4–June 15 at 11:15 AM.

  • Bruins Wrestling (Ages 8–12): Learn takedowns, partnered wrestling, and sportsmanship. Sundays from May 4–June 15 at 12:30 PM.

  • Cost: $60 for members / $120 for non-members.

  • Affordable programs for both members and non-members.

  • Expert instructors dedicated to your child’s growth in sportsmanship, fitness, and water safety.

  • A welcoming environment that prioritizes health, wellness, and fun.

  • Convenient registration options online or at the front desk.

Ready to Get Started?

Help your child stay active while building confidence and friendships! Click here to register or learn more about Youth Sports classes or contact our Welcome Center at 413-773-3646 ext. 0 Let’s help your child grow stronger—mind, body, and spirit—at Franklin County’s Y!